Job Description
Join Innovatech Futures at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode 2026's technological landscape and architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge research with executive leadership, transforming emerging trends into actionable business strategies. Collaborate with C-suite executives, spearhead cross-functional innovation sprints, and position our organization as the industry benchmark for future-readiness.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market disruption. You'll leverage predictive analytics, scenario planning, and stakeholder engagement to preempt market shifts and drive sustainable growth. This is your chance to shape how businesses evolve in the 2026 paradigm and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic foresight frameworks to map 2026 technology trends and market disruptions
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints translating future scenarios into actionable product roadmaps
- Present trend analyses and strategic recommendations to C-suite executives and board members
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs to pioneer emerging technologies
- Create quantitative models predicting market adoption and ROI for futuristic initiatives
- Mentor innovation teams in agile methodologies for future-proof product development
- Author thought leadership publications on 2026 industry transformation
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist roles
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercialized products/services
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and predictive modeling frameworks
- Deep knowledge of emerging technologies: AI ethics, quantum computing, biotech convergence
- Exceptional stakeholder management skills across technical and executive domains
- Published thought leadership on future-of-work or digital transformation topics
- Experience with foresight tools: Horizon scanning, Delphi methodology, causal layered analysis